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Complete sports podcast covering all major sports topics from the NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, PGA Tour, and NCAA. Sports Island truly focuses on sports only, as political, racial, and social issues are not discussed. Sports Island is your getaway destination for complete sports coverage.

Rick Mitchell


    • Feb 8, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 110 EPISODES


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    Destination: Glendale, AZ. Super Bowl 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 97:14


    We have made it to Super Bowl weekend! This episode features a new intro to the show. A recap of the NFL's Pro Bowl Games is discussed, as well as an extended preview of Super Bowl 57. The NHL's All Star Weekend is recapped and a standings update in the NBA is covered. On the PGA Tour, the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is recapped, along with a preview of the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The “Around The Island” segment has a lot of news and info from across the major sports.

    Star-Studded Weekend ⭐️

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 91:06


    We have reached All Star Weekend in both the NFL and NHL. This episode recaps the AFC & NFC Championship games in the NFL, while also previewing the NFL's newly formed Pro Bowl Games that are this weekend. The NHL has reached their All Star Break as well, so a mid season standings update is done. A preview of the NHL's All Star festivities is also discussed. A standings update in the NBA is also covered. On the PGA Tour, The Farmers Insurance Open is recapped, while a preview of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from all 4 of the major pro sports.

    Conference Championship Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 79:28


    We have arrived at Conference Championship Weekend in the NFL. This episode recaps a great Divisional Round weekend in the NFL, while previewing the Conference Championship games. Standings updates in the NHL & NBA are discussed as well. On the PGA Tour, The American Express is recapped, while The Farmer's Insurance Open is previewed. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from the NFL, NHL, MLB, and NBA.

    Divisional Round Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 85:32


    This episode recaps a WILD Wild Card Weekend in the NFL, while previewing all four matchups in this week's Divisional Round. Standing updates in the NHL and NBA are discussed. On the PGA Tour, the Sony Open in Hawaii is recapped, along with a preview of The American Express. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NFL, MLB, and NBA.

    Wild Card Weekend Is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 76:19


    We have reached the NFL playoffs! This episode discusses the aftermath of week 18 and previews all 6 Wild Card playoff matchups in the NFL. The College Football National Championship game has been played, so that is recapped as well. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are covered. On the PGA Tour, the Sentry Tournament of Champions is recapped, along with a preview of the Sony Open in Hawaii. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NFL, MLB, and NHL.

    Hypnotoad Strikes Again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 70:35


    This episode recaps an unbelievably crazy week in sports. We had a scary and unprecedented event in the NFL this week, so that is discussed as well as the current playoff picture as we enter the last week of the regular season. In College Football, we recap the bowl games, including the 2 playoff games that were nothing shy of spectacular. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are covered. The PGA Tour returns to action this week, so the Sentry Tournament of Champions is previewed. The “Around The Island” segment has news and info from the NHL and MLB.

    Hello College Football Playoffs and 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 71:38


    We have reached New Year's Day! This episode recaps another incredible weekend of NFL Football, while taking a look at the current playoff picture. This episode also recaps the college football bowl games that have been played this past week, while previewing the College Football Playoffs that are this weekend. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are also discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NFL, MLB, and College Football.

    Walk Off Weekend/Merry Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 64:45


    We have reached Christmas weekend! This episode recaps the wildest weekend of the NFL's season while providing a current standings update/playoff picture. An update of College Football's Bowl Season is discussed, along with standings updates in the NHL & NBA, including a preview of the NBA's Christmas Day slate. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from the NFL, NHL, MLB, PGA Tour, and a Sports Island first, soccer (World Cup).

    Bowl Mania!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 68:50


    This episode previews College Football's Bowl season, which starts this week. Standings updates in the NFL, NHL, and NBA are covered. The “Around The Island” segment has news and info from the NFL, as well as MLB in which there was another wild week in Free Agency. College Football's awards were handed out so those are discussed as well.

    The Century Mark!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 75:29


    The 100th episode is again football heavy. The final College Football Playoff Rankings are discussed as we now know who is in the College Football Playoff. Standings updates in the NFL, NHL, and NBA are discussed. On the PGA Tour, the Hero World Challenge is recapped, along with a brief preview of the QBE Shootout. Golf's “The Match” returns this weekend, so that is previewed as well. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with info from College Football and the MLB after just an insane week of free agency signings of some of baseball's biggest names.

    What A (Rivalry) Weekend!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 64:44


    The new format debuts this episode, where we lead the show off hot and heavy in some football talk. In College Football, we recap rivalry weekend while taking a look at the new penultimate playoff rankings. In the NFL, a recap of week 12 is discussed, along with a current standings update. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are also discussed. On the PGA Tour, the Hero World Challenge is previewed. The “Around The Island” segment features news from the MLB and NCAAF, including some major new coaching hires.

    Turkey Day Feast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 85:40


    We've made it to Thanksgiving week in the NFL. This episode has a standings update in the NFL, plus a preview of the week 12 games that feature 3 on Thanksgiving Day. The week 12 College Football Playoff Rankings are discussed, including the possible scenarios of how the chips may fall. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are covered, as well as a recap of the PGA Tour's Cadence Bank Houston Open and the RSM Classic. The “Around The Island” segment has a lot of information, particularly in the MLB.

    Houston, We Have A Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 93:53


    This episode recaps the World Series, as the Houston Astros are world champs. Standings updates in the NFL, NHL, and NBA are discussed, as well as some discussion on the latest College Football Playoff Rankings. On the PGA Tour, the Butterfield Bermuda Championship and the World Wide Technology Championship at Mayakoba are recapped, along with a preview of the Cadence Bank Houston Open.

    Destination: World Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 72:44


    We have officially reached the 2022 World Series, so a recap of the ALCS/NLCS is discussed, along with a preview of the World Series. Another action-packed week of football was played, both in college and the NFL so that is covered. The NHL and NBA seasons are underway so a brief standings update is covered there. The PGA Tour's CJ Cup is recapped as well.

    Best Time of The Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 71:41


    With the NHL & NBA Seasons now underway, all 4 major pro sports are in season. This episode recaps a wild and crazy week 6 in the NFL, and well as an unbelievable week 7 in College Football. The ALDS/NLDS in the MLB Playoffs have wrapped up, so those are recapped, along with a preview of the ALCS & NLCS. A standings update in the NHL is discussed, along with a preview of the NBA season. On the PGA Tour, the ZoZo Championship is recapped, along with a preview of The CJ Cup.

    Onto The ALDS/NLDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 73:24


    This episode recaps the Wild Card Series' in the MLB Playoffs, while previewing the ALDS & NLDS Series'. A controversial week 5 in the NFL is complete and a standings update is discussed. College Football has a massive weekend of matchups on deck. Those are previewed, along with a discussion about the current AP Top 25 Rankings. On the PGA Tour, the Shriners Children's Open is recapped, along with a preview of the ZoZo Championship. The NHL season has officially started, so a brief season preview is covered.

    October Baseball Is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 67:28


    October means playoff baseball! This episode previews the MLB's Wild Card round series', along with some predictions. The latest AP Top 25 College Football poll is discussed, along with a look ahead to week 6. A standings update in the NFL is covered as well. The PGA Tour's Sanderson Farms Championship is recapped, along with a preview of the Shriners Children's Open. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NHL, NBA, MLB, and NCAAF.

    Victory For The USA!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 62:37


    This episode recaps Team USA's victory at the President's Cup, while previewing the PGA Tour's Sanderson Farms Championship. Another insane weekend in football is in the books and this episode recaps both week 4 in College Football and week 3 in the NFL. The College Football AP Top 25 rankings are discussed, along with a standings update in the NFL. The MLB regular season has a week left, so a standings update is discussed. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from across sports, with some important info from the NFL.

    The President's Cup- Welcome to Quail Hollow

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 66:43


    This episode recaps the PGA Tour's Fortinet Championship while previewing this weekend's President's Cup. The wild weekend in football is recapped, as the AP Top 25 College Football poll is discussed, along with a standings update in the NFL. The playoff race in the MLB is heating up and the current Wild Card Standings are discussed. The “Around The Island” segment features news from the NHL.

    Welcome Back Football!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 60:47


    This episode recaps the first week of the NFL season, along with some predictions for the season. The week two AP Top 25 poll in College Football is discussed, along with a standings update in the MLB. The first event of the new PGA Tour season, The Fortinet Championship, is previewed. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, and College Football.

    That's A Wrap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 65:54


    This episode puts a bow on the 2021-2022 PGA Tour season, by recapping the last 2 playoffs events- The BMW Championship and the Tour Championship. The NFL's Preseason has also wrapped up, so all of the news and topics from that are covered. A standings update in the MLB is discussed, along with a loaded “Around The Island” segment.

    Onto the Second Round

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 41:40


    This episode recaps the first PGA Tour Playoff event, the FedEx St. Jude Championship, as well as previewing the second leg of the playoffs, the BMW Championship. A standings update in the MLB is also discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is NFL heavy, with some news and updates from week 1 of the preseason.

    More Playoff Action

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 62:01


    This episode recaps the final regular season event on the PGA Tour, The Wyndham Championship, while also previewing the FedEx St. Jude Championship which is the start of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. The first MLB standings update post trade deadline is also discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is heavy with info from the NFL, NHL, MLB, and PGA Tour.

    Trade Deadline Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 66:28


    This episode recaps the PGA Tour's Rocket Mortgage Classic and previews the final regular season event, the Wyndham Championship. A current standing update in the MLB is also discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info, particularly in the NFL and MLB, in which a recap of the wild MLB Trade Deadline is discussed.

    We Have Resumed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 63:37


    This episode brings you a standings update in the MLB, as we are a full week removed from the All Star Break. The PGA Tour's 3M Open is recapped, along with a preview of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NFL, NHL, and MLB.

    The Stars Were Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 74:29


    This episode recaps The Open Championship at St. Andrews, which featured a star studded leaderboard all weekend. This weekend's 3M Open is previewed as well. A standings update in the MLB is discussed as we sit at the All Star break. An absolutely loaded “Around The Island” segment gets you caught up on the NHL Free Agency frenzy, while also recapping MLB's All Star weekend and providing news and updates in the NFL, NBA, and NCAA.

    Welcome To St. Andrews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 64:24


    The best weekend of the year is here on the PGA Tour, as this episode recaps the Genesis Scottish Open and previews the 150th Open Championship at St. Andrew's. A standings update in the MLB is discussed as we've reached the All Star Game. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info, particularly in the NHL, as free agency and the draft have given us much to talk about.

    The Halfway Point

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 54:27


    This episode gives a standings update in the MLB, as we've reached the halfway point of the MLB season. On the PGA Tour, the John Deere Classic is recapped, along with a preview of the unique dueling events this weekend- The Genesis Scottish Open and The Barbasol Championship. The “Around The Island” Segment has news and info from the NFL, NHL, NBA, and more massive NCAA news.

    Mile High Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 64:48


    This episode recaps the ending of the NHL's Stanley Cup Final, as the Colorado Avalanche are Stanley Cup Champions. A standings update in the MLB is discussed as we have reached the mid season mark. The “Around The Island” segment is absolutely loaded with info, particularly in the NBA (Draft & Free Agency) and NCAA Football (Recruiting and Conference Re-Alingnment). On the PGA Tour, the Travelers Championship is recapped, along with a preview of the John Deere Classic.

    A Golden Dynasty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 63:28


    This episode recaps the PGA Tour's US Open and previews the Travelers Championship. The NBA Finals have concluded and the Golden State Warriors have now officially become a dynasty. The first 4 games of the NHL's Stanley Cup Final are recapped and the updated standings in the MLB are discussed. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news and info from the NHL, NFL, NBA, and PGA Tour.

    Hello Lord Stanley / Welcome To Brookline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 86:23


    This massive Father's Day episode is a loaded with news and updates. The NHL's Conference Finals are recapped and an in-depth preview of the Stanley Cup Final is discussed. The first 5 games of the NBA Finals are also recapped to get you caught up. On the PGA Tour, recaps of The Memorial Tournament and RBC Canadian Open are covered, along with a preview of this weekend's major championship- The US Open. An MLB Standings Update is covered along with a loaded “Around The Island” segment.

    Onto The Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 59:55


    This episode recaps the NBA's Conference Finals and a full preview of the NBA Finals is discussed. The NHL's second round playoff series' are recapped, along with a preview of the Conference Finals. On the PGA Tour, the Charles Schwab Challenge is recapped and a preview of The Memorial Tournament is covered. The current MLB Standings are discussed and the “Around The Island” segment is a good one that features a recap of Capital One's The Match.

    Playoffs Galore

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 61:32


    This episode gets you caught up on the NBA's Conference Finals, and the NHL's 2nd round playoff series. On the PGA Tour, the PGA Championship is recapped, along with a preview of the Charles Schwab Challenge. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from the NFL, NHL, MLB, and NCAA.

    7's Are Wild

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 78:40


    This episode recaps the wild playoff weekend we had in the NHL and NBA playoffs with 7 Game 7's. A preview of the NHL's second round and the NBA's Conference Finals is discussed and predictions are made. On the PGA Tour, a recap of the AT&T Byron Nelson is covered, along with a preview of the 2nd Major of the year- The PGA Championship. A standings update in the MLB is discussed, along with an interesting “Around The Island” segment.

    Keep On Movin' On

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 77:20


    This playoff heavy episode recaps the PGA's Wells Fargo Championship, while previewing the AT&T Byron Nelson. Playoff series updates in the NHL and NBA are discussed, along with a standings update in the MLB. The “Around The Island” segment is heavy with NFL and NHL information.

    Playoffs Have Arrived

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 64:22


    This episode recaps the PGA Tour's Mexico Open and preview's the Wells Fargo Championship. The NHL playoffs have officially started, so a first round preview is discussed, along with some predictions. The NBA Playoffs have made their way to the second round, so an update from there is discussed. There is also a standings update in the MLB, along with an overview recap of the NFL Draft. The “Around The Island” segment features news from the NFL, NHL, MLB, and NCAA.

    ¡Viva Las Vegas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 69:21


    This loaded episode recaps the PGA Tour's Zurich Classic of New Orleans and previews a brand new tournament- The Mexico Open. The NFL Draft has arrived in Vegas and a recap of all the 1st round selections is covered. Standings updates in the NHL and MLB are discussed, along with a playoff update in the NBA.

    In Full Swing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 76:31


    This busy episode recaps the PGA Tour's RBC Heritage, while previewing the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Standing updates in the NHL, and MLB are discussed, along with an update in the NBA Playoffs. The NFL Draft is quickly approaching, so a preview of that is discussed along with a look at all of the top draft prospects. The “Around The Island” segment features quite a bit of info from the NFL, MLB, and NCAA.

    The Quest For The Larry O'Brien

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 66:47


    This episode has a PGA Tour recap of The Masters, along with a preview of the RBC Heritage. MLB's Opening Weekend has come and gone, and highlights of that are discussed. We have arrived at the playoffs in the NBA, so the first round matchups are discussed and predictions are made. The current NHL standing are discussed as well. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, and NCAA Hockey.

    Play Ball! / Masters Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 78:03


    This loaded episode recaps the PGA Tour's Valero Texas Open, while previewing The Masters. The Men's Final Four and National Championship game are recapped. MLB's opening day has arrived, and there is a season preview with my predictions for every division. The NBA and NHL seasons are winding down, so a playoff preview and standings updates are covered. The “Around The Island” segment features plenty of news from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, and NCAA.

    The Final Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 61:55


    This episode recaps the Sweet 16 and the Elite 8 of the Men's NCAA March Madness Tournament. A preview of The Final Four is discussed, along with some predictions. A Playoff Preview in the NBA and a standings update in the NHL are also discussed. On the PGA Tour, the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play is recapped, along with a preview of the Valero Texas Open. The “Around The Island” segment has news and updates from the NFL, MLB, and NHL.

    Brackets Busted!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 84:28


    This information packed episode gets you caught up on the first two rounds of the Men's NCAA March Madness Tournament, along with a preview of the Sweet 16 matchups. A playoff preview in the NBA is covered, along with a standings update in the NHL. The PGA Tour's Valspar Championship is recapped and this week's WGC Dell Technologies Match Play is previewed. In the “Around The Island” segment, we get you caught up on all of the major free agent signings and trades in the NFL, NHL, and MLB.

    March Madness/Free Agent Frenzy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 88:39


    This MASSIVE episode gets you caught up on all of the latest NFL and MLB free agent signings and trades. The MLB's lockout is officially over and the highlights of the new CBA are discussed. March Madness has started, so a tournament preview is also discussed. There are also standings updates in the NHL and NBA. The PGA Tour's The PLAYERS Championship is recapped, along with a preview of The Valspar Championship.

    Welcome To TPC Sawgrass

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 70:31


    An extended opening PGA Tour segment recaps The Honda Classic and the Arnold Palmer Invitational, while previewing this weekend's The PLAYERS Championship. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are discussed, along with an update in Men's College Basketball as several teams have already punched their ticket to the tournament. A massive “Around The Island” segment features a ton of information from the MLB and the NFL.

    All Star Extravaganza?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 44:23


    This episode recaps the PGA Tour's Genesis Invitational, while previewing The Honda Classic. Standings and Rankings updates in the NHL and Men's College Basketball are discussed, along with a recap of the NBA's All Star Weekend. The “Around The Island” segment features news and info from the NFL, MLB, NCAA Football, PGA Tour, as well as a look back at the final Olympic Medal Count from Beijing.

    The City of Angels

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 76:40


    This episode recaps Super Bowl 56, in which the LA Rams are World Champs. On the PGA Tour, a recap of the insane weekend at the WM Phoenix Open is discussed, plus a look ahead to this weekend's Genesis Invitational. Standings Updates in the NHL and NBA are discussed, along with a look at the current Men's College Basketball Top 25. The “Around The Island” segment has some important info from the NFL and MLB.

    Destination SoFi

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 82:56


    This episode gives an expanded preview of Super Bowl LVI, covering it from all angles. The PGA Tour's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is recapped, along with a preview of the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The NHL All Star Game and NFL's Pro Bowl weekends are recapped. A standings update in the NBA is discussed, along with a breakdown of all the major trades that went down at the NBA's trade deadline in the “Around The Island” segment. Other major NFL, MLB, and NHL news is also discussed in that segment.

    The Thrilling Ride Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 70:05


    This episode recaps both of the thrilling NFL Conference Championship games that have given us an unlikely Super Bowl matchup. Standings updates in the NBA and NHL are discussed, along with a preview of NHL All Star Weekend. The “Around The Island” segment is loaded with news from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, and NCAA. The PGA Tour's Farmers Insurance Open is recapped, along with a preview to the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am.

    Absolute Insanity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 73:53


    This episode recaps an unbelievable weekend in the NFL, by giving an in depth recap of each of the 4 Divisional Round playoff games. The two Conference Championship games are previewed, along with a prediction for both. In the PGA Tour, a recap of The American Express is discussed, along with a preview of the Farmers Insurance Open. Standings updates in the NHL and NBA are covered, along with some big news from the NFL and MLB in the “Around The Island” segment.

    [Not so wild] Wild Card Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 75:47


    This episode recaps the NFL's Super Wild Card Weekend and previews the Divisional Round Matchups, with predictions made for each game. Full standings updates in the NHL and NBA are also discussed. In the PGA Tour, the Sony Open is recapped, along with a preview of The American Express. The Around The Island segment has news and info from the NFL, NHL, and College Football.

    An Unbelievable Finish

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 90:41


    This football-heavy episode puts a bow on the College Football season with an in depth recap of the College Football National Championship Game. The crazy ending to the NFL's regular season is discussed, along with a preview of the NFL's Super Wild Card weekend playoff matchups. The PGA Tour's Sentry Tournament of Champions is recapped, along with a preview of The Sony Open. Standings updates and information in the NHL and NBA are also covered, along with an absolutely loaded Around The Island segment.

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